threading beads

Sliding onto cord

Threading beads is the act of passing string, wire, or cord through the holes of beads to create jewelry, decorations, or crafts.

The phrase describes both the specific motion and the broader activity: She spent the afternoon threading beads for a necklace.

It's a common childhood craft and a meditative practice for adults.

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friendship bracelet · needle · wire · pearls · craft · pattern · sequins · loom · charm · clasp · colorful · tiny · fingers · knot · pendant · gemstones · macrame · rosary

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craft technique

threading beadsknotting

Forming fixed interlacements

weaving · macramé · braiding · crocheting · knitting

construction vs deconstruction

threading beadsunthreading

Removing from a hole

Family

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Top 500,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G